Amid rising tensions in Manipur, the United Kuki National Army (UKNA) has categorically denied any involvement in the recent attack on civilians at Tronglaobi in Bishnupur district, calling the allegations “baseless” and an attempt to misattribute blame. In a clarification issued on April 8, the group stated that it does not condone violence against innocent…
In a decisive move to address the escalating violence in the state, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced on Tuesday, April 7, that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) will take over the probe into the devastating bomb explosion in Bishnupur district. The blast, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, tragically claimed the…
The United Kuki Council (UKC) has issued a detailed communication to the Chakhroma Public Organization (CPO), expressing appreciation for long-standing community ties while also placing on record its position on historical and jurisdiction-related concerns. In a letter dated April 8, 2026, the UKC acknowledged receipt of CPO’s earlier communication regarding jurisdiction and agreements, and responded…
The Manipur government has handed over the investigation into the deadly Tronglaobi blast to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), even as a large-scale security operation has been launched to track down those responsible for the attack that killed two children. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced the decision during a press conference at his official…
The Manipur government has officially refuted circulating social media claims that security personnel killed civilians during recent protests, labeling these reports as “misleading” and “baseless.” In a statement released via its official X (formerly Twitter) account, the government identified various tweets and posts alleging the killing of innocent individuals as unverified and urged the public…
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced that the government has decided to hand over the investigation into the deadly Tronglaobi blast to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Addressing a press conference at his official residence in Imphal, the Chief Minister strongly condemned the attack, which claimed the lives of two children in the early…
Reacting to the tragic killing of two young children in violence-hit Manipur, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed deep anguish and sharply criticised the Central government, questioning its response to the ongoing crisis. Describing the incident as “heart-wrenching,” he said the deaths of innocent children highlight the continuing breakdown of peace in Manipur. He noted that…
The Joint Tribe Students’ Association (JTSA) has strongly condemned the recent visit of Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh to Leingangpokpi Police Outpost, terming it an egregious lapse in responsibility and a blatant disregard for the sentiments of the people of Tousem Sub-division, Tamenglong district.In a press statement,JTSA stated that despite their earlier memoranda and…
According to a latest statement issued by the authorities of the SpiceJet Airline yesterday, all its flights to and from the Bir Tikendrajit International Airport, Imphal, have been cancelled from April 7, till April 14.According to the Airline, the decision was taken up due to the operational reasons. The new initiative of the Airline will…
Villagers of Tangkhul Thawai (Thoyee) Village and the leaders of Tangkhul Naga Long (TNL) have strongly condemned the gun attack by Kuki Militants to the village on Easter Sunday, questioning the Security Forces’ inaction with the situation.The villagers and the Working Committee of the Tangkhul Naga Long, strongly condemned the alleged attack by suspected Kuki…
